The nurse assesses that the patient who uses good health-maintenance practices believes in the aging theory known as the:
a. wear-and-tear theory.
b. free radical theory.
c. neuroendocrine theory.
d. molecular theory.
ANS: A
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A) Best practice model B) Clinical data network C) Personal health record D) Online scheduling database
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a. an Asian practice of burning and inflicting pain on children who won't obey b. parents rubbing a pumice stone over a child's body to sand off evil spirits c. rubbing a coin or a spoon heated in oil on an ill child's neck, spine, and ribs d. burning incense on a rice paper on a child's upper body to bring good luck
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1. The veteran nurse has a varied history of client care experiences 2. Critical thinking improves with experience, longevity, and interest 3. Today's short hospital stays minimize the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills 4. New graduates often lack the self-confidence to take the risks often required of critical decision making
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a. People do not want to use newer technology. b. The cost is so high that they cannot afford to use new technology. c. Other health needs may be more important than using complex technology. d. Technology is too complex for people in lesser-developed countries.